Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack vs Kelty Asher 55 Backpack

The main difference between the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack and the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack is that the 40L Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the Asher 55 Backpack does not.

Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack FRont View
Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Mountaintop Kelty
Name 40L Hiking Backpack Asher 55 Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Outdoor Hiking
Capacity (L) 40L 55L
Dimensions (in) 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 28 x 18 x 12
Weight (lb) 2.1 2.7
Fabric Polyester 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester
Color 20+ colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Mountaintop Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 1, 2016
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing
Sternum / Chest Straps Elastic chest strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Padded hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top loading access
External Pockets Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop pocket fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant
Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable padded back panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel
Rain Cover Rain cover included
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Ventilated Back Air diversion back system
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system
Trekking Pole Holders Hiking pole attachment Yes
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Bottom compartment for shoes

You're currently comparing the 40L Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop against the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty .


Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 28 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.